Kate Peiffer
Post Falls,ID
Summary
Professional with experience in neonatal intensive care, prepared to bring significant impact. Skilled in advanced neonatal care, patient monitoring, and family support. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to meet dynamic needs. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN, NICU
Children’s Hospital of Orange County
03.2023 - Current
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring respiratory therapy, phototherapy, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures
- Administered critical medications and treatments to neonates, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols for patient safety.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant's condition.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patient conditions promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive learning environment that contributed to improved team performance.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities using electronic health record systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for privacy protection.
- Collaborated with case managers and social workers to develop comprehensive discharge plans for patients transitioning from NICU care to home or other facilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies, optimizing outcomes for critically ill neonates.
- Contributed to policy development for neonatal care, incorporating latest research findings and clinical guidelines.
Registered Nurse, NICU level III, Acute Obstetrics
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Attendance of high risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation procedures
- Collaborative teamwork in development of treatment plans to improve patient outcomes
- Bedside physician assistance with diagnostic testing, procedures and examinations
- Provide emotional support and education in neonatal care, safety and symptom management
- Registered nurse attentive to couplet care of mothers and newborn infants serving the community of Lynwood
- Receipt and recovery of postpartum mothers and infants, medication administration, physical assessment, hemorrhage management and breastfeeding assistance
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Reduced infection rates with meticulous adherence to infection control protocols and proper handling of medical equipment.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
Patient Care Technician and Nurse Aide, Pathways Program
St. Jude Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Infant-Toddler Montessori Teacher
Amerimont Academy
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Infant Toddler teacher for children ages infancy to 18 months
- Responsible for the care of young children with medical and special needs, lesson planning of learning enrichment and classroom organization
- Implemented knowledge gleaned from earning my Early Child Development Units to create a nurturing and engaging environment for children to grow and to provide a safe environment for parents to entrust their children
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
01.2022
Bachelor of Arts -
University of California Berkeley
05.2013
Skills
- PICC certified
- AWHONN NOEP/POEP
- ACLS, Advanced NRP, BLS,ACLS, Fetal Heart Monitoring
- IV administration, continuous and bolus feedings, Oxygen therapy, Phototherapy
- Culturally attentive, Interdisciplinary, Evidence based practice, patient centered care
- Assessment, bedside procedures, specimen collection, medication management, intake and output monitoring
- Timely and accurate use of EMR charting via Epic and Cerner
- Physical and Nutritional Assessment, Sepsis Scoring
- Family education, patient advocacy, Patient Safety
- Problem-solving, attention to detail, staff mentorship and training
Degree
BSN, RN
Timeline
Staff RN, NICU
Children’s Hospital of Orange County
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, NICU level III, Acute Obstetrics
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician and Nurse Aide, Pathways Program
St. Jude Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2022
Infant-Toddler Montessori Teacher
Amerimont Academy
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
University of California Berkeley
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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